Artist/Maker
Abraham De Peyster
(1657 - 1728)
Powderhorn
1758
Place madeNew York, United States, North America
Horn, wood
Overall: 2 5/8 x 4 3/4 x 14 in. ( 6.7 x 12.1 x 35.6 cm )
X.178
Based on the date of this powder horn, it was probably used by Abraham De Peyster, Jr., son of Abrham De Peyster (1657-1728), who held nearly every public office in New York during his time in public service.
DescriptionCarved horn powder horn with wooden cover over one end, carved with concentric rings; horn incised with Royal Standard, grenadiers flanking circular symbol of 13 cantons of Switzerland, buildings; spout end carved with ribs.Markingsincised: bottom, by wooden cover: "ABRAHAM / DE PEYSTER / 1758"
ClassificationsMILITARY TOOLS & EQUIPMENT: AMMUNITION
